Director, Third Party Operations

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

The opportunity

• Oversee and act as Teva primary point of contact and first point of escalation for a group of Contract Manufacturing (CMO)/In licensing partners (10-15% travel expected)
• Establish and maintain senior level supplier relationships
• Hold suppliers accountable for adherence to contractual commitments and operational performance KPIs

How you’ll spend your day

• Manage a cross functional team (SC, Procurement, MS&T, Quality etc) supporting day to day operational activities
• Establish & execute governance processes to monitor & manage supplier performance
• Lead and manage supplier/business conflicts and constructively lead conflict resolution
• In collaboration with other business stakeholders develop longer term supplier strategies including but not limited to continuous improvement objectives, portfolio optimization and growth/exit plans
• Proactively identify performance risks and coordinate the development of mitigation plans.
• Effectively communicate and align on business priorities with relevant stakeholders
• Individual coaching and development of cross functional team members

Your experience and qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years in supplier management and good knowledge of industry best practices in Supply Chain & External Manufacturing Management
• A minimum of 10 years experience in Pharmaceutical, Healthcare or other regulated industry. On site manufacturing experience preferred
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology or Operations. Masters of Business Administration (MBA) preferred
• Demonstrated ability to organize, lead and execute on a variety of assignments and action plans; driving for results and managing complex projects.
• Strong strategic agility, broad perspective and business acumen
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, conceptual and quantitative abilities.
• Proven leadership capabilities, strong interpersonal skills including cross-functional teamwork, effective written and oral communication skills, strong multi-cultural skills, high energy levels, and a bias towards action.
• Ability to craft and deliver communication, influence audiences, and lead change management both internally and externally.
• Ability to lead and influence without authority
• Ability to work independently

Compensation Data

The annual starting salary for this position is between $170,000 – 220,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting salary within this range and level of role may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

How We’ll Take Care of You 

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.
• Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time and holidays.
• Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance.
• Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more. 

The total compensation may also include restricted stock units and discretionary awards, depending on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.  

Already Working @TEVA?

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Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.   

Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to [email protected] with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.  

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